Shep's Race with Death (1914)
Overview
The simple story of a heroic dog that saves the day appealed to audiences (especially with a well-trained animal as attractive and energetic as Shep), and became a movie staple for generations.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.185 |
Directed By
Jack Harvey
Crew
Jack Harvey
TOP CAST
Shep the Dog
Shep
Mrs. Whitcove
Mrs. Mateland
J.S. Murray
Mr. Stearns
Marie Rainford
Mrs. Stearns
Marion Fairbanks
The Thanhouser Twins
Madeline Fairbanks
The Thanhouser Twins
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